Vitamin C and constipation

[phronsias]

Vitamin C and constipation

Hello

I started taking Vitamin C 8 days ago,to help with my acid reflux , my acid reflux has stopped but I have become constipated , I feel much better taking Vitamin C and would like to continue taking it ,I would be grateful for any advice regarding constipation.

Thanks in advance

Frank

[fibrolinda]

How much vit c are you taking? I take 2000 mg a day to PREVENT constipation.... Without it I am very constipated!

[phronsias in reply to fibrolinda]

Thanks, Ive been taking 1000 mg

[SeasideSusie Remembering]

You could try increasing the Vit C as it is often used to help constipation, it doesn't tend to cause it. You can take Vit C to bowel tolerance. Increase slowly.